Warner Bros. is returning to the Minecraft universe with A Minecraft Movie Squared, the sequel to last year’s blockbuster A Minecraft Movie.
In a joint Instagram post with the studios and Minecraft, the title of the sequel was revealed. The post read, “Ready for another adventure? The world of #Minecraft is expanding once again with A Minecraft Movie Squared!”
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The 2025 hit A Minecraft Movie is based on the massively popular video game franchise. The movie followed a group of misfits who unexpectedly enter the Minecraft universe through a mysterious portal, where they team up with Steve, an expert crafter played by Jack Black. It was a major box-office hit and earned nearly $1 billion globally. Following its huge success, Warner Bros. Discovery approved a sequel, which is currently being filmed in New Zealand.
Jared Hess will return to direct the upcoming sequel, with Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks and Jennifer Coolidge are expected to return, while Matt Berry is also back in an undisclosed role. Kirsten Dunst has also joined the cast.
While Matt Berry is set to return in a role that has not yet been revealed, Kirsten Dunst will be seen playing the role of Alex, the female counterpart to Minecraft’s Steve. Details about her character were announced through a behind-the-scenes video showcased during the TwitchCon livestream.
The sequel is being produced by Mary Parent, Kayleen Walters, Roy Lee, Cale Boyter, Torfi Frans Ólafsson, Eric McLeod, Jason Momoa and the late Jill Messick. Executive producers include Jen Conroy, Jay Ashenfelter, Jon Berg, Brian Mendoza and Jonathan Spaihts.
Along with the announcement of the sequel title, Warner Bros. also launched The Minecraft Movie Build Challenge – a contest that allows fans to submit their creations for a chance to be featured in the film or during the end credits.
As part of the challenge, fans can unlock a special Builder Cape on TikTok, Minecraft and Twitch from May 30 to June 14. The competition is open to anyone aged 16 and above, Build submissions are open from May 30 to June 8 at 11:59 p.m. PT, 2026, while the overall contest runs through July 6.
A Minecraft Movie: Squared is scheduled to be released in theaters on July 23, 2027.